If you’re craving a warm, comforting, and creamy soup that takes almost no effort, this Slow Cooker Corn Chowder is about to be your new favorite recipe. It’s rich, thick, slightly sweet from the corn, and loaded with tender potatoes, flavorful vegetables, and a velvety broth. The slow cooker does all the work, making this the perfect dump-and-go recipe for busy families.
Whether it’s winter comfort food or a summer corn-season special, this chowder brings restaurant-style flavor right to your kitchen.
⭐ Why This Recipe Works
- Super easy: Add everything to the slow cooker and let it simmer until creamy and delicious.
- Budget-friendly: Uses simple, inexpensive ingredients you already have at home.
- Perfect texture: Thick, creamy, and full of sweet corn flavor.
- Family-approved: Kids and adults both love it!
- Great for leftovers: Tastes even better the next day.
🥣 Ingredients You’ll Need
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen corn (or fresh corn kernels)
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp paprika
Creamy Finish
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour (optional, for extra thickness)
🧑🍳 How to Make Slow Cooker Corn Chowder
Step 1: Add the Vegetables
Place corn, potatoes, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic into the slow cooker.
Step 2: Add Seasonings
Sprinkle in salt, pepper, thyme, and paprika for flavor and aroma.
Step 3: Add the Broth
Pour chicken broth (or vegetable broth) over everything.
Step 4: Slow Cook
Cook on:
- LOW for 6–7 hours, or
- HIGH for 3–4 hours
Vegetables should be tender.
Step 5: Make It Creamy
In the last 30 minutes:
- Add heavy cream
- Stir in butter
- If you want it thicker: whisk flour with 3 tbsp water, stir it in
Step 6: Thicken (Optional)
For a chowder texture, lightly mash some of the potatoes and corn inside the slow cooker.
🍴 How to Serve Corn Chowder
Serve hot with:
- Crusty bread or garlic toast
- Oyster crackers
- Fresh chopped parsley
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Crispy bacon on top (optional but recommended!)
🧊 Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store for 3–4 days in an airtight container
- Freezer: Freeze without the cream for up to 2 months (add cream after reheating)
- Reheat: Warm on the stovetop or microwave on low heat
🔄 Recipe Variations
- Bacon Corn Chowder: Add cooked bacon before serving.
- Chicken Corn Chowder: Add cooked shredded chicken.
- Spicy Corn Chowder: Add jalapeños or chili flakes.
- Cheesy Corn Chowder: Mix in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Healthy Version: Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Corn Chowder
This Slow Cooker Corn Chowder is cozy, creamy, and full of comforting flavors. It’s budget-friendly, filling, and perfect for weeknights, potlucks, or meal prep. The slow cooker makes everything effortless, and every bowl tastes like pure comfort.